1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | 30 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
